About
A clump-forming, rhizomatous perennial to 1.4m high, with ovate basal leaves, and branching stems with narrow, serrated stem leaves. Produces flowers to 8cm across with deep-brown central cones and golden yellow ray florets, from late summer to early autumn.
About the genus
Rudbeckia may be annuals, biennials or rhizomatous herbaceous perennials, with simple or pinnately divided leaves and large daisy-like flower-heads with yellow or orange rays surrounding a prominent conical disk
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Prairie planting
Care notes
CultivationGrow in humus rich, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Able to tolerate drought once established. See rudbeckia cultivation for further advice
PruningDeadhead regularly. Can be cut back in autumn, though stems and seedheads persist well and can provide structure in winter
PropagationPropagate by seed, surface-sown in early spring in containers in a cold frame, or by division of established clumps in autumn or spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids and slugs
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free